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New Owner of the Cheapest Home in GTA has Big Plans for Her “250 Square Feet of Paradise”

Patti Cosgarea by Patti Cosgarea
May 13, 2022
in Affordability, Interesting Homes
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The Milton, Ontario caboose known as GTA’s cheapest home has sold and the new owner, Laurel has big plans for her quirky new residence. 

Previously the owner of a 1921 school house used as an Airbnb, Laurel seeks out properties with charm that she can update while maintaining their integrity. After selling her school house property at the beginning of the pandemic, Laurel began seeking out her next project, but this time she was looking for an affordable place to call home. A fan of the tiny home movement, Laurel saw the caboose and knew that with a little TLC, this could be her next home.

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Before: The caboose had limo seats and a mirror on the ceiling.

Renovations are Already Underway

“I’ve already begun winterizing and updating the caboose” Laurel told Zoocasa. She removed the mirror on the ceiling, as seen below, and has plans to make the property winter ready. Although it doesn’t currently have a bathroom or kitchen, these will be some of her first major additions to the caboose. 

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Renovations are in progress, including removal of the ceiling mirror and limo seats. 

“The interior wasn’t my style, but I have lots of options for updating it” Laurel continued. The floors will be changed throughout and she has already begun refinishing the drywall. “Once these are done, I can begin decorating and making it my own”. Laurel is also considering solar panels and other upgrades to make the property as energy efficient as possible. “With a tiny home, you have to also find the land for it, and there weren’t many options in and around the GTA” Laurel told Zoocasa. The caboose is currently on leased land, but she may consider moving it down the line. 

Zoocasa listing agent Jennifer Krane knew this was a special property, “I wanted to make sure that it ended up in the hands of someone who understood its charm and potential” Krane explained. “Laurel has big plans for the caboose and I can’t wait to see how it looks when the renovations are finished” Krane continued. 

“With the caboose I now have flexibility, affordability and many options for the future,” said Laurel. “It really is my 250 square feet of paradise!” We can’t wait to see all of Laurel’s finished renovations! If you’re interested in beginning your home search to find your own dream property, contact us today.

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Patti Cosgarea

Patti Cosgarea

Patti is Zoocasa's Public Relations and Content Marketing Manager. Passionate about marketing and digital communication, she creates content to support Canadians throughout their real estate journey. Outside of Zoocasa, Patti can be found renovating her townhouse in Kitchener and exploring Waterloo region by foot or paddle.

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